Site Manager

Contract Scotland; Rosemarkie; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Permanent opportunity

Career progression

Job summary

Contract Scotland is seeking a Site Manager to lead a new residential housing development in Inverness. You will report to the Contracts Manager and oversee day-to-day site operations, ensuring projects run on time, within budget, and to quality standards.

The role requires strong leadership, excellent communication, and a thorough understanding of health and safety in housebuilding. A permanent position with career progression opportunities is on offer.

Qualifications

• Leadership and people management experience.
• Strong communication and organisational abilities.
• Solid health and safety knowledge relevant to housebuilding.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day running of a new housing development from site set-up to completion.
• Lead and motivate site teams, subcontractors and suppliers to meet programme milestones.
• Ensure homes are delivered to high quality standards, safety, and workmanship.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

Health & safety awareness

Education

SMSTS

CSCS

First Aid

Full UK driving licence

Job description

Site Manager - New Housing Development - Inverness

Location: Inverness

Job Type: Permanent

Our client, a well-established and highly respected housebuilder, is seeking an experienced Site Manager to lead the delivery of a new residential housing development in Inverness.

Reporting to the Contracts Manager, you will take full responsibility for the day-to-day management of the development, ensuring homes are built safely, on programme, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality and customer satisfaction.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a reputable business with a strong pipeline of residential developments and a commitment to delivering quality homes across Scotland.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day running of a new housing development from site set-up through to completion.
• Lead and motivate site teams, subcontractors, and suppliers to achieve programme milestones.
• Ensure homes are delivered to the highest standards of quality, safety, and workmanship.
• Monitor build progress and proactively address any issues that could impact programme or budget.
• Maintain strict compliance with health and safety legislation and company procedures.
• Conduct regular site inspections, quality checks, and subcontractor meetings.
• Work closely with the Contracts Manager to ensure the successful delivery of the development.
• Maintain accurate site records, reports, and project documentation.
• Promote a positive site culture focused on quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.

Requirements

• Previous experience managing residential housing developments as a Site Manager.
• Strong understanding of traditional and timber frame housebuilding methods.
• Proven ability to manage multiple trades and subcontractors while delivering against programme.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
• Thorough knowledge of health and safety regulations within housebuilding.
• SMSTS, CSCS, and First Aid qualifications are essential.
• Full UK driving licence.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Permanent opportunity with a well-established and respected housebuilder.
• The chance to lead a brand-new residential development in Inverness.
• Long-term career progression within a successful and growing business.

Legal Information:

We act as an employment agency for permanent work and as an employment business for temporary work.

For roles in the UK, applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

We value diversity and promote equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all areas of society and can discuss any reasonable adjustments to support your application